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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra is hopping on the, “What were you like in the 90s” bandwagon. On Thursday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a video of herself from a cruise.

She wrote on the video, “Mom what were you doing in the 90s”. The video featured clips from 90s Bollywood films like ‘Baazigar’, ‘Prithvi’, ‘Insaaf’ and others. One prominent clip was from ‘Baazigar’ where the character of Shah Rukh Khan throws her off the roof.

She wrote in the caption, “You didn't see this coming… and won't again. 90s nostalgia "hit” different”.

‘Baazigar’ also starred Kajol in the lead role. It is loosely inspired by the Hollywood film ‘A Kiss Before Dying’. The story follows a man who seeks revenge against a businessman responsible for his family’s downfall, using deception and calculated violence.

‘Baazigar’ is notable for casting Shah Rukh Khan in a negative lead role early in his career, which was unconventional for mainstream Hindi cinema at the time. The film was a commercial success at the box office and contributed significantly to SRK’s rise in the industry. Its soundtrack, composed by Anu Malik, was also popular. The film won several awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for Shah Rukh Khan.

A few months ago, Shilpa had visited the holy shrine of Mahalaxmi temple in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The actress shared a photo from her divine trip on her social media account. She was seen inside the sacred premises of the Mahalakshmi Temple, dressed in a vibrant yellow saree, holding a beautifully decorated offering plate filled with flowers, and smiling warmly for the camera. She had captioned the photo as, "#kolhapurlaxmitemple #blessed".

Earlier, the actress had brought home Sai Baba's sacred Kafni and Paduka. She had expressed gratitude as she welcomed the holy symbols into her home, further calling it a blessing and a moment of divine grace.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) As India eagerly awaited Ranbir Kapoor’s first look as Rama from Nitesh Tiwary’s upcoming film “Ramayana,” the Bollywood star’s absence from the grand media event held on Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday raised several questions.

Earlier in the morning, Ranbir’s maiden look as Lord Rama was unveiled. A media event had been scheduled to mark the occasion, attended by director Nitesh Tiwary and producer Namit Malhotra.

Despite the presence of cameras, reporters, and flashing lights, all set to capture the actor’s glimpse, Ranbir Kapoor was notably missing from the event.

However, in a notable contrast, a special screening was held for select media houses on Wednesday evening, where Ranbir did make an appearance alongside the director and producer.

Just a day earlier, he had attended a closed-door special screening with select media, a contrast that left reporters on the ground wondering what had changed between the two appearances.

Adding to the intrigue, Ranbir had been actively present elsewhere, like attending the Los Angeles event for the same film earlier.

What raised eyebrows further was that this wasn’t just any reveal, but the unveiling of Rama’s look itself, making his no-show at such a key moment hard to miss and even harder to explain.

The film also stars Sai Pallavi, Yash, Ravie Dubey, Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta and Amitabh Bachchan in key roles. The Ramayana has been retold in over 300 versions across cultures and regions worldwide.

Two music titans, Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman are joining forces for the film.

‘Ramayana’ is a two-part live-action cinematic universe being reimagined on the scale of the biggest tentpoles produced to date.

The film also features Hollywood’s top stunt directors Terry Notary (Avengers, Planet of the Apes) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa), choreographing the epic battles between gods and demons.

‘Ramayana’ is being filmed for IMAX and will be released worldwide with Part 1 releasing in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Actor-businessman Raj Kundra is all set for the release of his next ambitious Punjabi spectacle, “The Great Punjab Robbery”, which has been locked for August 7.

On April 2, Raj took to his social media handle to unveil the power-packed, intense motion poster of The Great Punjab Robbery, offering a peek into what looks like a powerful story of courage, rebellion and destiny.

Headlined by Raj, the motion poster showcases him in a raw, gritty shade, holding a rifle, exuding ferocity and rage alongside co-stars.

Alongside the poster, the makers announced that The Great Punjab Robbery will storm worldwide theatres on August 7, 2026.

“Chaos. Courage. Rebellion. Destiny. Yeh sirf ek robbery nahi… ek aisi ride hai jo aapne kabhi nahi dekhi,” described the makers.

The Great Punjab Robbery promises to be a cinematic ride that’s rarely seen before in Punjabi cinema. The Great Punjab Robbery makes for the biggest Punjabi, action-packed spectacle featuring a formidable, never-seen-before ensemble cast including Raj Kundra, Payal Rajput, Garvita Sadhwani, Mahabir Bhullar, Paramveer Singh, Ankit Sagar, Amit Behl and Kulvir Sony.

Raj made his acting debut with Mehar in 2025 alongside Geeta Basra and Savita Bhatti, directed by Rakesh Mehta. The film revolves around Karamjit, a farmer in rural Punjab seeking redemption and family reunion.

He was also seen in the reality show The Traitors, based on the Dutch series De Verraders. The show was hosted by Karan Johar.

Following the premise of De Verraders, the show features a group of contestants participating in a game similar to Mafia or Werewolf, where an informed minority (known as the "Traitors") must eliminate an uninformed majority (known as the "Innocents") to win.

Meanwhile, the "Innocents" are tasked to discover the "Traitors" and vote them out of the game in order to win.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor has appreciated star comedian for spreading laughter and happiness in the lives of people with all his heart.

Sanjeev Kapoor took to his social media account to wish comedian-actor Kapil Sharma on his 44th birthday on the 2nd of April and shared a picture of them together.

He wrote, “Janamdin ki aapko hardik shubhkamnayein, @kapilsharma!

Zindagi jeene ka asli swaad tab aata hai jab usmein hasi aur khushi dono ho… aur aapne yeh dono hi dil kholkar poori duniya ko diye hain. And I truly hope the years ahead continue to give you countless opportunities to keep spreading laughter and love to all.”

In the picture shared by Kapoor, Kapil Sharma is seen seated alongside him on the sets of the talk show hosted by Sharma, with both sharing a hearty laugh.

Actress Kriti Sanon also joined in to wish Kapil. Sharing a selfie with him on her social media account, she wrote, “Happy Birthday Kapil. Always a joy being around you, have the best year ahead.”

Talking about Kapil Sharma’s journey, the star comedian hailed from a humble Punjabi background, and over the years, went onto become one of India’s most celebrated entertainer

Kapil had no connections in the entertainment industry, and he rose to fame after winning The Great Indian Laughter Challenge.

Post that he went on to star in Comedy Circus and later hosted Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, before creating iconic shows like Comedy Nights with Kapil and The Kapil Sharma Show.

Known for his impeccable comic timing and hosting skills, Kapil then also ventured into films with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon. He was last seen in the sequel of the movie Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, released in January.

On the personal front, Kapil Sharma married his longtime girlfriend Ginni Chatrath in 2018, and the couple is blessed with two children.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) On the occasion of Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn’s birthday, ace filmmaker anc good friend Rohit Shetty took to social media account to wish his “big brother.”

He also gave fans a glimpse into their decades-long bond through a specially compiled video.

Ajay Devgn, born on April 2, 1969, turns 57 in 2026.

Rohit Shetty’s social media post featured a video split into two parts, transitioning from their early days at work together to the recent tomes.

The video traced their journey from the early days of their careers to their present-day blockbuster collaborations.

The first part of the video takes viewers back to the sets of Raju Chacha that released in 2000, where a young Rohit Shetty, then working as an assistant director on the movie, is seen explaining a scene to Ajay Devgn, who essayed the role of the lead in the movie.

The film also starred Kajol and Rishi Kapoor.

The second half of the video fast-forwards to the present times, featuring candid clips of Rohit and Ajay in conversation on the sets of their popular collaborations, including the Singham franchise, Sooryavanshi, where Ajay had a cameo, Golmaal series, and others.

Rohit captioned the post as, “From the 90s hustle to today. Less words, more action. Happy birthday big brother.”

Meanwhile, Bollywood star Jackie Shroff also extended birthday wishes to Ajay Devgn.

He shared a stylish picture of the birthday boy dressed in a sharp all-black outfit.

Along with the picture Jackie wrote, “#HappyBirthday,” further adding a heart emoticon.

Talking about Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn’s association, it spans over three decade.

From Golmaal franchise to Singham, their collaborations have consistently delivered box office hits and garnered audience's love.

Their filmography together includes projects like Golmaal, Golmaal Returns, Golmaal 3, Golmaal Again, Singham, Singham Returns.

Ajay also had a cameo in Ranveer Singh starrer Simba, among others.

The duo is now all set to reunite for the much-anticipated Golmaal 5, which will see the return of familiar faces like Shreyas Talpade, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Kemmu and Sharman Joshi, who was part of the first Golmaal film that released in 2006.

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is all set to join the ensemble cast.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) The makers of “Aakhri Sawaal” starring Sanjay Dutt on Thursday unveiled the teaser of the upcoming film, that dares to ask the questions that have intrigued the nation and its youth for over a century.

Aakhri Sawaal is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Abhijeet Mohan Warang. It also features Amit Sadh and marks the return of actress Sameera Reddy on screen after a long hiatus. The film is slated to release on May 8.

From the ban imposed after Mahatma Gandhi’s demise to the allegations surrounding the Babri Masjid demolition, Aakhri Sawaal raises serious questions that people have long sought answers to.

It also stars Namashi Chakravarthy, Neetu Chandra and Tridha Chudhury, Aakhri Sawaal teaser offers a powerful glimpse into the film’s subject, aiming to uncover layers of a hidden story that the nation needs to witness.

Fearless, direct, and conversational, it ignites an intense debate that is expected to create a stir upon the film’s release.

The story follows Vicky, a brilliant yet volatile scholar and an aspiring youth of progressive India, who accuses his mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, of bias after his thesis is rejected. What begins as a private academic dispute escalates into a nationally televised debate.

The film explores the burning questions in the minds of India’s youth, their aspirations, doubts, and search for truth through historical events and facts.

At its core lies a powerful Guru–Shishya confrontation, where Vicky’s relentless questioning reveals a deeper personal motive. In the end, his Aakhri Sawaal uncovers a century-old secret that could either redeem the Professor or destroy them both.

Abhijeet Mohan Warang, who made his directorial debut with the Marathi-language drama Picasso, received a Special Mention at the 67th National Film Awards and has consistently delivered impactful films in both Marathi and Hindi cinema. His notable works include Deja Vu, Prem Pratha Dhumshan, Piccolo, and the short film Virtual Reality.

Produced under the banner of Nikhil Nanda Motion Pictures, which has executed multiple projects for JioHotstar and other platforms, the film is presented by Nikhil Nanda.

Aakhri Sawaal is produced by Nikhil Nanda and Sanjay Dutt, and co-produced by Puneet Nanda, Dr. Deepak Singh, Gaurav Dubey, and Ujjwal Anand. The story, screenplay, and dialogues are written by Utkarsh Naithani. The music is composed by Monty Sharma, with lyrics by Kumar Vishwas.

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) On the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, many Bollywood celebrities have taken to their respective social media handles to extend heartfelt wishes.

Suniel Shetty shared a picture of Lord Hanuman, and wrote, “Every difficulty becomes easy when Lord Hanuman is with you. May Bajrangbali grant strength and protection to all of us. Best wishes on Hanuman Jayanti.”

Actress Kangana Ranaut wrote, “Auspicious greetings on the occasion of Hanuman Janmotsav.”

Actor Anupam Kher shared a devotional post featuring Lord Hanuman and wrote in Hindi, which transcribes into: “Aapko aur aapke parivaar ko Hanuman Jayanti ki haardik shubhkamnayein! Jai Bajrang Bali!”

Veteran actor Sunil Lahiri who essayed the role of Lakshman in the hit TV show Ramayan, also posted a video with folded hands, and extended his greetings.

He wrote in Hindi, which transcribes into: “Sabhi ko Hanuman Jayanti ki haardik shubh kamnayein. Sankat Mochan Hanuman ji se unke janmdin par prarthana hai ki jo sankat is samay duniya mein aaya hai use jaldi se jaldi samaapt karein. Jai Shri Ram.”

He further added in English, “Heartiest wishes to everyone on Hanuman Jayanti. On his birthday, we pray to Sankat Mochan Hanuman ji that the crisis that has come into the world should end as soon as possible. Jai Shri Ram.”

Actress Urmila Matondkar shared a serene picture of Lord Hanuman along with a spiritual note that read, “I have nothing to offer, O the eternal servant of Shri Ram, except a heart that wants to become yours.”

Singer Shekhar Ravjiani posted a symbolic image etched on sand and captioned it, “My strength. My everything. Jai Hanuman #HanumanJayanti.”

Television superstar and politician Smriti Irani also extended her wishes.

She wrote in Hindi, which transcribes into, “Sab sukh lahe tumhari sarna, tum rakshak kaahu ko darna. Hanuman Jayanti ki aap sabhi ko haardik shubhkamnayein. Anjani putra, sankat haran Mahabali Hanuman ji hum sabhi ke jeevan mein bal, buddhi aur sadbuddhi pradan karein tatha apni kripa banaye rakhein.”

Actor Shashank Vyas also shared a devotional picture with folded hands and the chant “Om Hanumate Namah,” reflecting spiritual reverence.

Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit wrote in Hindi, which transcribes into, Sankat mochan naam tiharo, sankat hare Hanuman pyaare. Hanuman Jayanti haardik shubhkamnayein! Bajrang Bali ka aashirvaad bana rahe, har sankat aapse door rahe.”

He added in English, “Wishing you and your family peace, prosperity, and divine protection this Hanuman Jayanti. May Lord Hanuman give you the strength to overcome every challenge.”

Meanwhile, actor Akshay Kumar marked the occasion by releasing a devotional song titled *

‘Bajrang Baan’, adding a musical tribute to the celebrations.

Adding to the buzz, the first look of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram from his upcoming film

Ramayana was also unveiled on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.

Talking about Hanuman Jayanti, the auspicious day, which celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, is observed with great devotion across India.

Devotees are seen offering prayers, chant hymns, and seek strength, courage, and protection from the deity.

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Chennai, April 2 (IANS) Malayalam director Tharun Moorthy on Thursday penned an adorable post of gratitude to the unit of his upcoming film, tentatively being referred to as #L366, featuring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the lead.

Taking to his Instagram page, Tharun Moorthy wrote, "(The) Producer and Director are often called the father and mother of a film. But no child grows on love alone; it takes an entire ecosystem to nurture it into something meaningful and beautiful for the world."

He went on to say, "For us, that ecosystem is everything. We didn’t just make a film. We held it close, cared for it, and loved it like our own. And in that journey, it was our team who became its heartbeat. Every member of the crew poured a piece of themselves into it , their passion, their sleepless nights, their unwavering belief."

"Together, we became more than a crew. We became a living, breathing force -- one vision, one rhythm, one shared soul. That energy didn’t just surround us, it consumed us… made us think cinema, breathe cinema, and live it in every moment. This film carries all of us within it," he explained.

"To our incredible crew -- this isn’t just a thank you, it’s a piece of our heart. These 55 days weren’t just work, they were a journey we’ll carry forever. And somehow, this feels like just the beginning. The days ahead… they hold something even more beautiful," he signed off.

It may be recalled that the director had, in February this year, confirmed that the first schedule of his eagerly awaited film, tentatively being referred to as #L366 and featuring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the lead, had been completed.

The director also used the occasion to point out that he had completed five years in the film industry on February 12.

Malayalam actress Meera Jasmine plays the female lead in this film, which has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal plays a policeman called T S Lovelajan in the film.

The film has triggered huge expectations as the ace director has joined hands with the Malayalam Superstar again for this project, after the phenomenal success of their blockbuster film together titled 'Thudaram'.

--IANS

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Actress Nimrat Kaur marked the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday by revisiting a deeply personal and spiritual experience from her time in Varanasi, where she walked through the lanes steeped in history, devotion, and tradition.

Nimrat took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of images from her visit, which included the ghats, temples and even akhadas. In a few pictures, the actress is seen posing with wrestlers.

In the caption section, Nimrat shared that her journey began at the revered Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, believed to be the place where Tulsidas had a divine vision of Lord Hanuman. From there, she made her way to Tulsi Ghat, described as one of the most peaceful and spiritually charged places she has ever experienced.

She wrote: “On Hanuman Jayanti today I want to share an invaluable experience in Kashi walking through the history of what we pray to. What began at Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, where Sant Tulsidas, as legend goes, had a vision of Hanuman ji, led me to visit his home in Tulsi Ghat. One of the most peaceful, energetically charged places I’ve ever set foot in.”

Calling it an “invaluable experience,” Nimrat recalled how the visit also led her to discover the historic Tulsi Akhara, dating back to the mid-1500s.

“As a bonus discovery, alongside his home, I came upon the incredible Tulsi Akhara founded sometime in the mid 1500s.”

She was struck by the unique blend of devotion and discipline followed by the wrestlers there, who dedicate their lives to Lord Hanuman while maintaining rigorous physical training.

“Wrestlers here with monk-like devotion to their patron deity, Hanuman, follow a life path of spiritual discipline and physical strength. Their daily practise typically starts with Boondi ke laddoo (a personal fav I was lucky to gobble that morning) and then practising in dough like mud from the banks of Ganga, treated with alum, mustard oil and turmeric,” she said.

Reflecting on the spiritual legacy of the place, Nimrat mentioned that Goswami Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas and the Hanuman Chalisa on the same sacred soil, adding to its unmatched aura of history and faith.

“Their ustaad, in one of the pictures, a silver haired, eagle-gazed 78 year old man in one of the pictures displayed the fitness and flexibility of a 20 year old athlete, embodying… ‘Naase rog hare sab peera, japat nirantar hanumant bira’”

“Goswami Tulsidas wrote the Ram Charit Manas and composed the Hanuman Chalisa, here, on this divine soil.”

She concluded by saying: “The marriage of history, legend, tradition, sacrifice, devotion and discipline here is simply unmatched. Most blessed to have walked in those silent, sunlit corridors, absorbing some of that ancient light and dust. Happy Hanuman Jayanti all.”

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Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) ‘The 50’ contestant Rajat Dalal, has reacted to co-contestant Monalisa calling him out for allegedly speaking behind her husband Vikrant Singh Rajpoot’s back during the game.

Monalisa had earlier expressed her anger in multiple interviews, even stating that Rajat lacked the courage to confront Vikrant directly.

Reacting to her remarks, Rajat told IANS, “Monalisa’s anger is her anger, it is her problem. Monalisa’s anger does not affect me.” (Uska gussa uska gussa hai, uski problem hai. Uska gussa mujhe affect nahi karta.)

Talking about the reality show The 50, it was a reality-based competition show featuring 50 contestants from across backgrounds, testing their mental and physical endurance through various stunts and challenges.

The show saw contestant Shiv Thakare emerge as the winner.

Apart from Rajat and Monalisa, contestants included Nikki Tamboli, Ridhi Dogra, Prince Narula, Yuvika Chaudhary, Divya Agarwal, Archana, Karan Patel, Urvashi Dholakia among others.

On the personal front, Rajat Dalal recently surprised fans with his wedding. He tied the knot a few days ago, in a private ceremony, keeping details about his partner largely under wraps.

The news came as a surprise to many of his followers.

Meanwhile, talking about Monalisa and Vikrant Singh Rajpoot, the couple got married in 2017 on national television during their stint on Bigg Boss.

In a previous conversation with IANS, Monalisa had also spoken about her desire to embrace motherhood.

She shared that they had been trying to conceive for a long time and are now hopeful that they will soon be blessed with a child.

–IANS

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